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Migrant Playgroup and Parenting Support Volunteer - Coffs Harbour

Australian Red Cross
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  • The role is ongoing with flexible work hours
  • Dependent on family needs with a minimum commitment of 4 hours per week
  • If you would like to walk beside our families as they discover new opportunities and strengths, are over the age of 18
  • a good listener, aware of cultural sensitivity and enjoy working with children this could be the role for you!

The program

Through the Migrant Parenting and Playgroup Programs, Red Cross supports Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) families of the community to develop a sense of belonging, to improve their family's wellbeing and to strengthen their parenting skills and knowledge. We are seeking volunteers who have a genuine desire to assist former refugees and migrants.

The opportunity

Gain valuable experience working in the community with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse CALD families while providing companionship and friendship to someone experiencing vulnerability. This role is suited to someone over the age of 18 who is a good listener, culturally sensitive and loves children!

The impact

As a volunteer with our program, you will brighten the life of someone experiencing vulnerability by offering them company and support to engage in their local community. Red Cross will ensure you have training, ongoing support and access to other opportunities within the World’s largest humanitarian network.   

Our COVID-19 safe practices:

It’s vital you review our Red Cross COVID-19 requirements in the ‘Keeping everyone safe from COVID-19’ section prior to applying.

Application requirements:

To submit this an application you will be required to provide details for two professional references.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities.

You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.